laramie

What I posted here is a simplified rundown of the basic idea of why paying attention to the GI is a good idea; Montignac talks extensively about balancing meals, and getting all the necessary nutrients. Given that; it makes sense to me to try to avoid foods that by themselves will boost the glycemic index for a whole meal - at least until I reach a healthier weight.

Montignac outlines two plans: one for losing weight, and one for maintaining it. In the maintenance plan he goes into a lot more detail about balancing foods to make up for eating some that are higher GI. Like, eating potatoes would be okay if eaten with berries and legumes.

It was tough passing up the (white flour) scones at Becca's tea party at Peggy's place today, but I was pleased to find Agave Nectar at the coop, which is a natural, low GI sweetner; and I found whole wheat wraps to substitute for the white flour ones I'd been using, and I need no excuse to eat salmon. :)